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Serie A: Milan Cruise To Victory Against US Lecce
AC Milan showcased their dominance with a perfect 3-0 victory over US Lecce at the San Siro stadium.
The Rossoneri’s seventh consecutive win in all competitions solidified their grip on second place in Serie A.
The match kicked off with a bang as Milan wasted no time in declaring their authority. Samuel Chukwueze’s dazzling run down the right flank set the tone for the afternoon, leading up to Christian Pulisic’s clinical finish to give the hosts an early lead. The Nigerian’s creativity & Pulisic’s composure in front of goal highlighted Milan’s attacking skills & intent from the outset.
The Rossoneri continued to press forward & soon doubled their advantage through Olivier Giroud, who expertly converted Yacine Adli’s corner kick with a well-placed header. Lecce, despite showing glimpses of promise in the first half, found themselves facing an uphill battle as Nikola Krstović’s sending-off further dented their hopes of a comeback.
As Milan maintained control in the second half, Rafael Leão’s well-taken goal further extended their lead, leaving Lecce with little chance to find a comeback. Despite protests from the visitors, VAR confirms the goal, sealing Milan’s victory & sending a strong message to their rivals in Serie A.
On the other hand, Lecce’s struggles continued as they suffered another defeat, highlighting their precarious position in the league standings. With just one win in their last eight games, the relegation-threatened side faces a frightening task to secure their Serie A status in the remaining fixtures. Milan now turn their attention to the UEFA Europa League quarter-final first-leg tie against rivals AS Roma on Thursday.
